Venlafaxine XR (Blooms The Chemist)

What it is used for

BLOOMS THE CHEMIST VENLAFAXINE XR is indicated for the treatment of: – Major depression, including prevention of relapse and recurrence where appropriate; – Generalised anxiety disorder; – Social anxiety disorder; Panic disorder, including prevention of relapse.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient venlafaxine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

Visual appearance

Dark orange / dark orange size 0 hard capsule with thick and thin radial circular band on the body and cap in white ink. The capsule is filled with white to off white, round, biconvex, film coated mini tablets.

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2020. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.